The business benefits of running a sustainable business

It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits. We will look at: Understanding the problem What is sustainability and why it is important Innovation Profiting from being a green business Embracing […]

Photography for online business

During this webinar you will: Discover the basic ‘dos and don’ts’ of taking your own pictures, editing them and uploading them onto digital platforms. See some real-life examples of posts that demonstrate good, bad and indifferent use for businesses.

Build an effective strategy to grow your business

This webinar is practical, outcome driven, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business, and develop an action plan. We will […]

Learning zone: Managing risk – How to prepare for the unexpected

Having risk is not good, however letting it become an issue is worse. From financial to resource to supply issues, all can have a major impact on your businesses. Therefore, you need to start planning and monitoring well in advance to help you prepare for change We will discuss: Risk vs issue What risks could […]

Customer Persona: Identify the tools to help uncover insights about people

Customer Personas are used to help you understand key traits, behaviours, goals, responsibilities, and needs of a specific type of user and then look at how you will attract the best customer segments for your business. This is a two part reservation for the events listed below. Week 1: Tuesday 18th October 2pm - 4pm […]

Build a customer focused business

Did you know that a returning customer will typically spend more than two thirds more with your business than a brand new one? Did you know that retaining just 5% of your customer base can give an increase of over 20% in profits for your business? Having an effective strategy in place for your business […]

Market Research Made Easy

The workshop will look at: the role of marketing in your business identifying your target customers identifying the strengths and weaknesses of your competitors market research There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be appropriate for you. This webinar is for businesses based in […]

Learning Zone – Successfully starting a business

So many start-up businesses fail due to lack of planning. This webinar will be a short and sharp overview of what you need to think about to ensure your business is sustainable and avoids the pitfalls when starting up. We will cover: Why start-ups fail (cash, time, market research) Spend time researching your idea Will […]

Fire Safety within Short-Term Lets

We are delighted to welcome James Saunders, Station Commander, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) to share an overview of what fire safety measures are expected within short-term let premises. James will cover the following Premises Profile: including occupancy capacity; home sharing; escape routes; internal floor space Fire Risk Assessments: including inspection requirements; guests' needs in relation to […]

An introduction to business websites & what you need to consider

This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design, build and host a business website. You will learn about: The need to determine website objectives The importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results Setting clear calls to action and creating engaging content Creating your brand’s visual identity online, your […]

Webinars, live streams, and video conferences: Running a business remotely

There are many tools available to allow you to communicate with people online. Whether you are trying to run a workshop or seminar, hold a meeting or just communicate. Many of these digital tools are easy to use and offer some powerful facilities. Let us guide you through: What webinars, live streams and video conferences […]

How to generate and increase sales

Sales are the lifeblood of every business. This webinar focuses on a pragmatic approach to sales strategy and delivery and is designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. We will cover: Why a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like, and a good understanding of […]

How to write a Business Plan and why you need one

This webinar will help you create a robust business plan. The webinar will look at: creating a description for your business the business planning process efficient ways of obtaining skills and resources presenting your business plan There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be […]

Upgrade your business marketing with a CRM system

From organising how you reach new customers to tracking the new deals you close, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is a great tool to help your business grow. In this webinar, we’ll show you how to connect a CRM to your website, track potential new customers, manage your business activities, nurture your leads and […]

e-Commerce with Shopify

Shopify is a powerful all-in-one e-Commerce website builder that makes setting up an online store simple and straightforward. In this webinar, we will explore Shopify’s features and pull together the building blocks for your first e-Commerce website. By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Understand the essential features that a website […]

The essentials of bookkeeping and what expenses you can claim

This webinar is for those who are entering business for the first time or require an understanding of what is involved in financially managing a business, including basic bookkeeping, and creating a profit and loss account. You will also get an understanding of what expenses the business can claim and then how to fund your […]

Instagram for business

Thinking about using Instagram to communicate with existing and potential customers? Want to showcase your products or services using it? During this webinar we will cover: Getting the setup right and benefitting from the available business tools. Best practice profiles, and some strategies to help your business stand out from the crowd. The types of […]

Cloud for business

Your digital back office is the technology and tools that you use to manage and grow your business. In this webinar, we’ll look at back-office strategies and explore the range of cloud services on the market that can support you with keeping great customer relations, managing resources, keeping organised and communicating efficiently. By the end […]

Learning Zone – How to run a more efficient business

We will explore the ways you can improve your efficiency with the least business impact and at a low cost, covering: Governance and process Good financial management Understanding your sales and costs Targeting only profitable customers Reducing stock Cutting wastage (process, people, and projects)

Finance 1-2-1 Surgery Sessions

Take this opportunity to discuss your finance queries with finance specialist, Scott Geddes. Gain clarity on the start-up and running costs for your business or discuss how to make your business profitable and financially viable. Brush up on some financial basics by learning how to create a cash-flow forecast and better understand your business's profit […]